Nerve Pain Treatments

Experiencing nerve pain (which is also called neuropathic pain) can be incredibly distressing, and if it happens to you, you should know that you're not alone. More than 20 million people in the U.S. cope with various forms of peripheral nerve pain, which is nerve pain outside the brain and spinal cord. Dr. Mark Kowalkski from Kowalski Chiropractic in Dublin, OH, notes that since your nervous system is integral in just about everything you do, it's understandable why nerve pain can be so excruciating and often a persistent, chronic issue. The good news is that when nerve pain is related to a musculoskeletal system injury, a chiropractor can often provide non-invasive relief.

Common Symptoms of Nerve Pain

Common nerve pain symptoms vary but often include one or more of the following –

·        Muscle weakness

·        Shooting/Stabbing Pain

·        Burning sensations

·        Tingling/Numbness

·        Headaches/migraines

·        Sensitivity to touch

·        Limited range of motion

·        Difficulties with movement or coordination, among others.

Causes of Nerve Pain

The most common causes of nerve pain are usually attributed to some sort of injury or physical trauma from a slip-and-fall, car accident, sports injury, or overuse. The nerves throughout the body emerge from the spinal cord, so swelling or misalignments in this area can easily compress nerves at their root. This may cause symptoms that are felt along the nerve’s length until the pressure on the nerve root is removed.

Chiropractic Treatment Options for Nerve Pain

Chiropractors seek to eliminate pain and restore proper nerve function without surgery or medication. The many options include to help include -

·        Spinal Adjustments and Spinal Decompression —  a properly aligned spine can help reduce nerve compression and relieve pain.

·        Ice/Cryotherapy —  reduces inflammation that contributes to nerve pain.

·        Therapeutic Ultrasound —  these sound waves gently massage soft tissue, which helps enhance blood circulation and reduce pain, stiffness, and muscle cramps.

·        Electrical Muscle Stimulation – stimulates circulation while retraining the muscles and helping them regain flexibility.

·        Massage Therapy – a body that becomes more relaxed by massage can be adjusted more easily. 

Contact A Leading Dublin Chiropractic for Nerve Pain Relief Today

For more information regarding available non-invasive alternative techniques for nerve-related pain relief, contact Dr. Kowalski or a staff member at 614-798-8050. We look forward to tailoring a customized treatment plan to meet your unique needs.